Faculty Position in Extrasolar Planets and Planet Exploration

The Department of Astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure- track faculty position, effective Autumn Semester 2018. We seek candidates working in the field of exoplanets or the formation of planetary systems, and we welcome applications from instrumentalists, observers, and theorists. The intended rank is Assistant Professor.

A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in astronomy, or a closely related field, are required, as are an outstanding research record and commitment to teaching excellence. A key strength of the department is its extraordinarily collaborative and interactive scientific atmosphere, and we seek candidates who will contribute to and benefit from that atmosphere. Appointment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

Please apply online through Academic Jobs Online at the link provided above. Complete applications include a C.V., a publication list, and a statement of past, current, and planned research. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be uploaded to Academic Jobs Online. The review of applications will begin 1 December 2017 and will continue until the search is concluded.

The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-¬life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. We are an NSF Advance Institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. Flexible work options available. Ohio State is an NSF Advance Institution.